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Exam: TOEFL

overspecialize

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈspɛʃəˌlaɪz/

KK: /oʊvərˈspɛʃəˌlaɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To focus on a very narrow area of expertise or knowledge, often to the point where it limits understanding or ability in other areas.

Example: If you overspecialize in one subject, you might miss out on important information in related fields.

overspeculate

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈspɛkjʊˌleɪt/

KK: /oʊvərˈspɛk.jʊ.leɪt/

verb

Definition: To make excessive guesses or assumptions about something, often without enough evidence or information.

Example: Investors tend to overspeculate about the market trends, leading to risky decisions.

overstate

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈsteɪt/

KK: /oʊvərˈsteɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To express something in a way that makes it seem more important or serious than it really is.

Example: He tends to overstate the benefits of his product to attract more customers.

overstated

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈsteɪtɪd/

KK: /oʊvərˈsteɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has been presented in a way that makes it seem more important or serious than it really is.

Example: The report's conclusions were overstated, leading to unnecessary panic among the public.

verb

Definition: To say something in a way that makes it seem more important or serious than it really is.

Example: He overstated the benefits of the new policy during the meeting.

overstatement

IPA: /ˈoʊvərˌsteɪtmənt/

KK: /ˈoʊvərˌsteɪtmənt/

noun

Definition: A statement that makes something seem more important or serious than it really is, often by exaggerating the truth.

Example: His claim that he could run a marathon in under two hours was an overstatement.

overstay

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈsteɪ/

KK: /oʊvərˈsteɪ/

transitive verb

Definition: To remain in a place longer than allowed or expected.

Example: The guests overstayed their welcome and made the host uncomfortable.

overstep

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈstɛp/

KK: /oʊvərˈstɛp/

transitive verb

Definition: To go beyond a limit or boundary, often in a way that is considered inappropriate or unacceptable.

Example: He overstepped his authority by making decisions without consulting his team.

overstimulate

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈstɪmjʊˌleɪt/

KK: /oʊvərˈstɪmʊˌleɪt/

verb

Definition: To cause someone or something to become too excited or active, often leading to discomfort or stress.

Example: The loud music and bright lights can overstimulate young children at a party.

overstimulated

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈstɪmjʊˌleɪtɪd/

KK: /oʊvərˈstɪmjʊˌleɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Feeling too excited or anxious because of too much stimulation or activity.

Example: After the loud concert, I felt overstimulated and needed some quiet time to relax.

verb

Definition: To have received too much stimulation, often leading to feeling overwhelmed or anxious.

Example: After the loud concert, I felt overstimulated and needed some quiet time to relax.

overstimulation

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˌstɪmjuˈleɪʃən/

KK: /oʊvərˌstɪmjuˈleɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A condition where someone experiences too much stimulation, which can lead to feelings of being overwhelmed or anxious.

Example: After spending hours in the crowded mall, I felt a sense of overstimulation that made it hard to concentrate.

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